DKM's Meanest of Times

**IrishGodfather** · 20th May 08, 03:52 PM

I think Meanest of Times is Dropkick's worst album so far. I don't like the new sound, but I said the same thing when Warrior's Code came out, now I love it. I love DKM, I've seen them live twice, once at the Avalon on St. pat's in Boston. They are my favorite band, and I love them to death, but Meanest has been the most dissapointing album so far. Oh well, I'll learn to love it.

**Finn** · 20th May 08, 09:25 PM

I have punk roots but like Flogging Molly much more than DKM. I like that Dave King is still angry and not afraid to sing about his own issues & stupidity. They have alot of depth and the latest CD shows that well.

I would add that FM's tendencies to traditional styles with the punk edge are what got me.

**Daibhidh O'Baoighill** · 24th May 08, 06:05 AM

Originally Posted by Finn

I have punk roots but like Flogging Molly much more than DKM. I like that Dave King is still angry and not afraid to sing about his own issues & stupidity. They have alot of depth and the latest CD shows that well.

I would add that FM's tendencies to traditional styles with the punk edge are what got me.

Right on Finn!!!

**IrishGodfather** · 21st May 08, 04:53 AM

I agree that Measnest is very dark, which is probably why I don't like it as much. I'm more of an upbeat kinda guy, which is why I love DKM so much, their music is all about partying, having a good time, getting drunk, and just being together. I like Flogging Molly too, but still DKM holds my heart as the best band out there these days, b/c lets be honest, most new bands really really suck. I thank God that bands like DKM and FM still exist. Oh, and is there any Real McKenzies fans in here? They rock too.

**Daibhidh O'Baoighill** · 24th May 08, 06:01 AM

Originally Posted by IrishGodfather

I agree that Measnest is very dark, which is probably why I don't like it as much. I'm more of an upbeat kinda guy, which is why I love DKM so much, their music is all about partying, having a good time, getting drunk, and just being together. I like Flogging Molly too, but still DKM holds my heart as the best band out there these days, b/c lets be honest, most new bands really really suck. I thank God that bands like DKM and FM still exist. Oh, and is there any Real McKenzies fans in here? They rock too.

Yes, The Real MacKenzies are great! I love their version of "Farewell Nova Scotia!"

**michaelbeeman** · 21st May 08, 08:32 AM

I've got 3 of the Real McKenzies discs, love 'em! I would love a chance to see those guys live.

**Arizona Scot** · 21st May 08, 08:48 AM

Just picked up the Real Mackenzies 10,000 shots cd great stuff, how about blood or whiskey just found one of theirs at a record exchange sounds pretty good to me.

**Ayin McFye** · 21st May 08, 09:11 AM

DKM and FM are definitely 2 of my favorite bands.

Currently I've been listening to The Tossers a bunch. I don't care how much you love a band, you have to have other choices or you'll eventually not appreciate it as much.

**IrishGodfather** · 21st May 08, 10:17 AM

I love the Tossers, I saw them open for DKM a couple of years ago, and they rock too. Blood or Whiskey is awesome, and I'm also a big fan of the Pogues and the Wolfe Tones.

**Clockwork John** · 21st May 08, 12:56 PM

The Tossers are great. I caught them twice when they were on tour with the Street Dogs.

Tony Duggins pour a beer down my back the first night, but was very pleasant to talk to the second night, when we was slightly less inebriated.

If you ever see Aaron Duggins (their tin whistle player) in a grey flat cap, he got that from me. I traded him for the last t-shirt they had in my size.